1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2002 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2002 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Kingswood | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
